The climate in Bolton during October can be summarized as cool and wet.
October is in the fall / autumn in Bolton and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 13°C (55°F), whilst at night 7°C (44°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 12.9°C 55.2°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 6.9°C 44.4°F |
| Average temperature | 9.9°C 49.8°F |
| Daily sunshine | 3 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 131 mm 5.2 ins |
| Rainy days | 18 days |
| Sea temperature | 13.4°C 56°F |
| Humidity | 87% |
| Windspeed | 16.2kph 10 mph |
On average October is the wettest month of the year in Bolton with around 131mm 5.2 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 18 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 3 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Bolton in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 18.6°C 65.5°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | April | 75mm 3ins |
| Sunniest month: | May | 6.1hrs |
| Coldest month: | February | 5.6°C 42.1°F |
| Wettest month: | October | 131mm 5.2ins |